Lunchtime Learning Lead
Wilson Stuart School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B23 7AT12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
1 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
20 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Term time, part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Grade 2: £25,614.00 - 27,709.00 FTE (£9,203.60– £9,956.37 Actual)
Additional allowances
SEN allowance - £1,779.00 pro rata
What skills and experience we're looking for
Role: Lunchtime Learning Lead
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 15 hours per week, (11:30am - 2:30pm - Monday - Friday), Term time only
Salary: Grade 2: £25,614.00 - 27,709.00 FTE (£9,203.60– £9,956.37 Actual)
Allowances: SEN allowance - £1,779.00 pro rata
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing date: 1 November 2026
EIAT is a thriving Multi Academy Trust in North Birmingham incorporating Wilson Stuart School, Mayfield School, Queensbury School, The Hive College, Lime Tree Nursery and Blue Sky Nursery. We strive to share best practice and work in cohesive, collaborative and innovative ways. Our ethos is 'Better Never Ends'.
About the school
Wilson Stuar t School is an Ofsted designated outstanding all age (2 – 25 years) Special School which provides very high-quality education for 290 pupils and young people who have physical disabilities, and/or complex medical conditions.
As a Trust we truly value the success of every child and we place the sharing of excellent education practice at the core of this value. Professional development, challenge and support are at the heart of ensuring our staff are some of the finest teachers so they can deliver outstanding teaching.
We benefit significantly from the variety of schools within the Trust, enabling staff to benefit greatly from the opportunities we have for collaborative working. in addition, we are able to benefit tremendously from sharing best practice and expertise we have within our organisation.
Wilson Stuart School have achieved an Outstanding grade in their last 7 Ofsted inspections, the latest of which was December 2024 where we continued to maintain the standards identified at previous inspections.
We recognise the importance of teamwork, and this is evident through all aspects of the work we do. Our students are delightful, work hard and are keen to learn and the school is a very happy and positive working environment. We have a comprehensive induction programme, friendly and very supportive staff along with excellent facilities and a superb environment to support teaching and learning. Wilson Stuart School is not just a special school – it is an exceptional school!
About this role
As a Lunchtime Learning Lead, you will play a key role in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for pupils during the lunchtime period. This position involves supporting children’s physical, emotional, and social development through structured play and learning activities, while promoting independence and positive behaviour. You will assist with personal care needs, encourage communication and interaction, and ensure health and safety standards are maintained at all times. Working closely with teaching staff and colleagues, you’ll help make lunchtime a positive and enriching part of the school day.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide high-quality care and supervision for pupils during lunchtime.
- Assist pupils with feeding and personal care needs in a safe and dignified manner.
- Set up and supervise stimulating play and learning activities that promote social skills and physical development.
- Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and inclusion.
- Monitor pupil well-being and respond promptly to any concerns.
- Ensure health and safety standards are maintained, including safeguarding protocols.
- Communicate effectively with teaching staff and work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Report incidents, accidents, or hazards promptly and maintain accurate records.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Are compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting children with diverse needs.
- Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Can promote inclusion and positive behaviour in a supportive manner.
- Are proactive and able to set up engaging activities for pupils.
- Understand the importance of safeguarding and health & safety.
- Are flexible and willing to assist with personal care needs.
- Have a positive attitude and enthusiasm for making lunchtime a valuable part of the school day.
Join us at Wilson Stuart School and become part of a team that transforms lives through care, creativity, and commitment.
If you are determined, hardworking and think that working at our Trust might be for you, then we would love to hear from you.
We warmly welcome informal conversations and visits. If you’d like to arrange this, please contact us at hr@wilsonstuart.co.uk
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
- A collaborative and inclusive culture that values every employee.
- A committed, hardworking team who strive to provide the best education for all students.
- Comprehensive induction and probation support and regular opportunities for professional development and growth.
- 10 staff training days across the academic year; one or two of these days may be aggregated which means completing training outside of normal working hours in twilight sessions.
- An Employee Assistance Programme via the BHSF App – including free totally confidential support, access to a GP 24/7 and counselling.
- Access to discounts and offers at many well-known retailers and other organisations via the BHSF App.
- Access to a generous pension scheme known as the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for support staff or Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) for Teachers.
- Generous annual leave entitlement for support staff based on length of service, starting at 29 days pro-rata, rising to 32 at 5 years’ plus service and 34 following 10 years’ plus service. Teachers annual leave is in line with Teachers Pay & Conditions.
- Family friendly policies.
- Onsite parking at all sites.
We are the only Trust to provide SEN Allowances to ALL roles who work with students,including Teachers, TA’s, Care Assistants, Pastoral Care, Guides and Drivers.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Wilson Stuart School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Wilson Stuart School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 19
- Size
- 283 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Wilson Stuart School website
- Email address
- hr@wilsonstuart.co.uk
Education Impact Academy Trust is a MAT incorporating Wilson Stuart School, Queensbury School and Mayfield School. Wilson Stuart School is an Ofsted designated outstanding all age (2 – 25 years) Special School which provides very high-quality education for 257 pupils and young people who have physical disabilities, and/or complex medical conditions. Queensbury School provides for 245 students who have MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties), ASC (Autistic Spectrum Condition), SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties) and SEMH (Social Emotional and Mental Health). Mayfield School educates children and young people, who have a range of learning difficulties, between the ages of 3 and 19 and have approximately 300 students on roll.
As a Trust we truly value the success of every child and we place the sharing of excellent education practice at the core of this value. Professional development, challenge and support are at the heart of ensuring our staff are some of the finest teachers so they can deliver outstanding teaching.
We benefit significantly from the variety of schools within the Trust, enabling staff to benefit greatly from the opportunities we have for collaborative working. in addition, we are able to benefit tremendously from sharing best practice and expertise we have within our organisation.
Wilson Stuart School have achieved an Outstanding grade in their last 6 Ofsted inspections and in their last 3 inspections, the latest of which was March 2019, they were graded as outstanding in every single aspect of the inspection.
We recognise the importance of teamwork and this is evident through all aspects of the work we do. Our students are delightful, work hard and are keen to learn and the school is a very happy and positive working environment. We have a comprehensive induction programme, friendly and very supportive staff along with excellent facilities and a superb environment to support teaching and learning. Wilson Stuart School is not just a special school – it is an exceptional school!
Arranging a visit to Wilson Stuart School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@wilsonstuart.co.uk.
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